How to Clean Your Kia Like a Pro

Whether you know it or not, the cleanliness of your Kia is a reflection of you as a person, even if you aren’t exactly the tidiest of people. However, you don’t have to let the interior and exterior of your car go by the wayside. Instead, you can follow a few easy steps to keep your Kia immaculate. Once you begin to use these tips, you’ll never have to worry about having a messy vehicle again. Here’s how to do it.

Stay Organized

If you consistently have clutter or trash in your Kia, you probably have a problem with organization. To counteract this disorganization, take strides to follow a regimented plan. Start by setting a specific place for everything in your car. Once each item in your car has a proper location, it’s easier to keep things orderly. In addition, use a small waste basket to collect trash, or make a concerted effort to take all the trash out of your Kia every time you exit the vehicle.

Cleaning the Seats

One of the biggest problems that people have with interior cleanliness lies within the seating. Both cloth and leather seating have particular nuances that make them difficult to clean, especially without the proper tools and equipment. If you have cloth seating in your Kia, note that these surfaces are particularly susceptible to dirt and dust. To remove this, you need to take a high-powered vacuum and suck up any loose particles. After that, take an automotive cloth upholstery cleaner, apply it to the seats, and follow the directions to remove any other dirt.

If you have a Kia with leather seats, you can still use a vacuum to get rid of the dirt and debris. However, you’ll need a special leather cleaner to properly remove the extra grime. An added bonus of these cleaners is that they also restore the original shine and luster of your seating, making it look just as it did the day you bought it.

Avoid the Automatic Car Wash

At many gas stations, you’ll see cheaper gas prices if you also choose to go through the automatic car wash. However, you need to resist this temptation. Sure, the automatic wash is easier and more convenient, but it doesn’t do the superior job that you can do with your own hands. If you’re in a time crunch, it’s better than nothing, but it pales in comparison to manual jobs.

Washing at the Proper Time

Even if you decide to wash your car yourself, there are proper times to undertake the task. Remember that the best day to wash your car is when it’s overcast and somewhat cool outside. If you wash your car on a hot, sunny day, the soapy water evaporates much too quickly, resulting in soap spots all over your car. You’ll also want to avoid waxing on these hot days, as the soap spots covered with wax are actually making your car dirtier.

Cleaning your Kia like a pro isn’t as hard as it seems. It just takes a little education and discipline. To make it easier, you also may want to set a schedule. That way, you clean your car the same way every time, and it stays cleaner longer.

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